Cameron Gibson

Experience

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  Equinor

  Aug 2012 - Jun 2013

  Marine Assistant

  Vessel Clearances Transfer Procedures Offshore Supply Lifting Operations

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  Teekay Corporation

  Aug 2013 - Jan 2017

  Deck Officer

  • Supervised Ship-to-Ship lightering, loading & discharging operations for over sixty successful operations worldwide.• Leader of mooring teams during Ship-to-Ship, Single Buoy Mooring, & Fixed Production & Storage Offshore (FPSO) moorings resulting in zero lost time injuries in over forty mooring operations worldwide.• Leader during cargo hose connections between ship’s manifold and FPSO, FSO and terminal/port facilities.• Preparation of vessels for internal audits, SIRE VIQ inspections, flag state audits and Class surveys.• Maintained all navigational and safety equipment onboard in line with international best standards.• Ensured the vessel’s safe navigation, passage planning, weather monitoring and maintenance ofdeck equipment.• Preparation of mandatory documentation for arrivals at US Ports and international ports of call. Show less

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  Equinor

  Feb 2018 - Apr 2024

  Berthing Master & Project Manager

  Formulate, execute, and oversee comprehensive marine safety, security, commercial, and operational protocols, meticulously aligned with International, National and Local Regulations as well as industry benchmarks. Assume a pivotal role in aiding vessel Masters in pre-vetting preparations and conduct rigorous third-party audits and inspections for vessel hire, berthing, and project-specific operations, consistently upholding industry best practices. ● Direct the safe piloting, berthing, unberthing, shifting, and anchoring of vessels arriving at the port of South Riding Point. Person in Overall Advisory Control identifying gaps from agreed upon policies and procedures and operational activities to ensure optimal performance of assigned vessels.● Provide commercial and operational support to assigned vessels for the fulfillment of key performance indicators (KPI’S) while managing relationships with owner and charterers.● Monitor and manage the technical marine upkeep of the port through the deployment and maintaining of aids to navigation, weather buoys, and fenders ensuring voyage performance and compliance with one hundred percent success and zero lost time incidents.● Manage stakeholders through the supervision and auditing of external marine customers and contractors supporting port operations resulting in zero-time loss incidents.● Provide technical assessments utilizing company supply chain matrix systems in contract negotiations processes, providing guidance on navigation, safety, mooring and other equipment.● Project Manager with the successful management of the following projects through organization, time management, and problem-solving skills:1. Bathymetric Surveys2. Offshore Jetty/Sea Island Underwater Structures Seismic Testing3. Breakwater Restoration Technical Planning Show less

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  CMI Ship Management

  Aug 2018 - May 2021

  1st Officer & Environmental Officer

  Oversaw and monitored the overall operational, security and safety performance of the Cruise Ship’s Deck Department. Managed all Cruise Ship environmental operations inclusive of developing and implementing an Environmental Management Plan, Anti -Pollution Policies, Potable Water Systems, Waste Management Plan, CDC inspections preparation, onboard training and compliance relevant to International, National, Flag State and Local Regulations. Conducted pre-inspection preparation and audit inspections in line with company specific SMS policies and procedures ensuring operational efficiency.● Developed, trained, and managed a full multinational team of environmental stewards and managed day-to -day environmental operations.● Directed the operational proficiency of all Jr. officers within the Deck Department to ensure the seamless and prosperous functioning of the vessels.● Developed and monitored department budgets, schedules, workflows and forecasts.● Established Standard Operating Procedures and policies for the use and maintenance of navigational and safety equipment on the bridge such as Global Maritime Distress Safety System (GMDSS), RADARS, Gyro Compasses& Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) ensuring safe departure, on-route, and arrival standards for voyages.● Set navigational schedules for Junior Officers and ratings. Conducted and prepared Junior Officers performance evaluations and provided requisite feedback on evaluations.● Ensured the safety of mooring teams through briefing and interviews during mooring operations upon arrival and departure resulting in zero Lost Time Injuries in over two hundred vessel mooring operations.● Managed training programs for use and maintenance of waste management equipment.● Managed Oil Spill Response inclusive of maintaining oil spill response plan, equipment and training. Show less

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  Royal Caribbean Group

  Apr 2024 - now

  Harbor Master - Bahamas

  As Harbor Master, I oversee and optimize marine operations in The Bahamas, ensuring efficient, safe, and compliant activities. Working closely with national agencies, operational partners, and third-party clients, I coordinate efforts to uphold operational, safety and environmental integrity throughout Bahamian waters.